Photography by Roy Son
Jean-Claude Desjardins ascended into the world of design with ease, having launched his career conceiving skyscrapers, stadiums and other commercial spaces. But the Montreal native always retained his passion for residential design, which he today channels into his award-winning Maison Kitchen & Bath. “In 2016, I opened a full design-build firm in Edina housed in a showroom with the space to show how kitchens truly look and feel,” he explains. “Instead of attempting to picture a finished product from a tiny vignette, clients can experience quality design to scale.”
Desjardins prides himself on being attuned to international trends while remaining customer-centric: “I travel frequently and listen closely to how kitchens around the globe are evolving and improving, so that I can bring those concepts to my customers in Minnesota,” he says. From charming French country styles to sleek contemporary silhouettes, Maison spaces are designed to streamline everyday life without sacrificing aesthetic value.
Desjardins also cooks with his family every evening in their Edina home. “A client once mentioned that her kitchen had truly changed her life, because the open concept allowed her to easily see her small children while she cooked,” he notes. “I have two children, so I understand firsthand how quality design makes not only cooking simpler but life more enjoyable.”
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